85/2 divided by 78/4

85/2 ÷ 78/4
=
85 39
Mixed Number: 2 7/39
Decimal: 2.179487
Percentage: 217.95%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    78/4 becomes 4/78
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    85/2 × 4/78
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    85 × 4 = 340    2 × 78 = 156
  4. 4
    Simplify
    340/156 = 85/39

How to Divide Fractions

To divide fractions, use "Keep, Change, Flip": keep the first fraction unchanged, change the ÷ to ×, then flip the second fraction. Multiply and simplify.

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